2012 Renault Clio RS Review Price, Engine and Interior

2012  Renault Clio RS Review Price, Engine and Interior
2012  Renault Clio RS Review Price, Engine and Interior

2012  Renault Clio.

Since the launch of the original model in 1990, some 11.5 million Clios have been sold in more than 115 countries. Today, a new chapter in Renault Clio's history is about to be written with the unveiling of the fourth-generation version. "New Clio is set to make a real mark. In addition to an unprecedented package of innovations, its design marks a major shift from that of previous models." Carlos Tavares (Chief Operating Officer). And Now New Renault Clio is the first production model to give full expression to the Renault design renaissance inspired by Laurens van den Acker, Senior Vice-President, Corporate Design. The promise was to take the style and emotion of the brand's latest concept cars and carry them over to production models. Renault's new supermini fulfils that promise.

2012  Renault Clio RS Interior
2012  Renault Clio RS Interior

2012  Renault Clio RS Interior

Safe, protective and refreshing, the interior of New Renault Clio perfectly complements the exterior style to inspire confidence and energy. Comfort goes hand-in-hand with a modern feel and user-friendliness thanks to the dashboard sculpted in the shape of an aircraft wing, the optimally-positioned multimedia system on the centre console, a wide range of colour options, a digital speedometer, comfortable seats and chrome and gloss-black trim highlights. Broadest-ever personalisation programme & long list of affordable options Exterior and interior personalisation was dialled into New Renault Clio's designprocess at the outset. From launch, buyers will be able to personalise the outside of their car with a selection of colour touches to the front grille, rear and side door inserts. To personalise the interior, the menu covers the dashboard, door panels, steering wheel, grab handles, gear lever and air vent surrounds, upholstery materials and optional floor mats. Thanks to attractively-priced option packs, buyers are able to choose the look and feel they prefer.
 


 
New Renault Clio is the first models to feature the new three-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine 90 Energy TCE. This is the first three-cylinder powerplant ever produced by Renault and, from launch, will Provide a Balance Between remarkable driving pleasure and fuel economy:
  •      This three-cylinder, 899cc turbocharged unit comes with Stop & Start and delivers the performance of a normally-aspirated 1.4-liter powerplant,
  •      An ultra low-inertia turbo for satisfying response from low engine speeds: 90hp and 135Nm at 2.000 rpm (90 per cent of peak torque available from 1.650 rpm to 5.000 rpm),
  •      An economy-optimized version with Taller gear ratios and fuel consumption of 65.7 mpg, equivalent to CO2 emissions of 99g/km,
  •      A 21 per cent of fuel consumption and CO2 emissions compared to the TCE savingc 100 it replaces.
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My Lincoln Project Continues: MKS/2 Plug-In

Bringing Two-Tone Back! My newest Lincoln illustrated in Palm Springs with the available Copper and Pewter Luxury Group.

C H O P S — My latest Lincoln would be a sleek plug-in Hybrid, RWD/AWD replacement for their MKS. The MKS on sale now, at its core, is based on a Volvo platform, from the days Ford owned that Swedish marque. I used Volvo's new S60 sport sedan as the base for this sedan then. I extended the front end to make room for a brand-new Inline 6 EcoBoost, the first new inline engine from a domestic automaker in quite some time. I also extended the rear overhang for more trunk space and so the rear seat could be moved back a few inches for more legroom. Most obvious, perhaps, is a return to a classic two-tone paint job, in this case, the Copper and Pewter Luxury Group. Lincoln has a long history of designer packages and "luxury groups" based on colors and this bold 21st century interpretation just might help get New Lincoln noticed. 

I placed this new Lincoln in front of a classic Mid Century Modern home in Palm Springs I found while Googling. I think you'll agree it's a classic pairing.

Lighter and Glassier Accord Coupe for 2014?

To answer the headline, sadly, no. This lighter and glassier Accord coupe isn't going to be introduced at any time soon. 

C H O P S — Honda Styling's long descent into heavier, thicker, fuller, blobbier cars continues unabated with their recently introduced Accord Coupe for 2013, and I continue to try to push them in another direction, lol. Hondas once had some of the lowest beltlines and thinnest pillars around. No longer. I've tried to bring back a simpler Accord coupe with this chop. It's a hatchback, too. I think all Hondas should have hatches. And badass, high-strung, and frugal, cutting-edge, powerplants and drivetrains.